Author: passiframeltd

Compacfoam - you may have heard of it but for those of you that haven't, don't let the word foam throw you off...

14 November, 2018

https://youtu.be/TWF95FO25O8?t=5 Tree Tops Passivhaus update:   Now that the insulation form work for concrete has been installed, the next stage is to lay a radon barrier (damp proof membrane) before installing two separate layers of reinforcing mesh in the bottom and top of the 300mm thick slab. Such...

09 October, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxfNRCjw1rA   3.5 hours to install – a floor that remains warm underfoot all year round – impressive we hear you say!? We think so too……. This interlocking foundation system by Isoquick is laid to form a ‘bath’ for concrete to be poured in to, while creating a...

11 September, 2018

How can an audio system be smart? Here’s five reasons 1. Pauses when doorbell is pressed & chimes throughout property. 2. Acts as your burglar alarm/fire alarm siren. 3. Wake up to your favourite playlist when used as your morning alarm clock. 4. Text-to-speech functionality (“it’s getting dark, your garage...

02 July, 2018

Are you suffering with hayfever? With a high pollen count at the moment you can escape the sneezing, streaming nose and itchy eyes in the comfort of your own home. With our MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery) installations you can sit back and relax...

04 June, 2018

There are numerous benefits to building a Passive House but one that runs through the core is sustainability. The principles of Passive design are based on minimal environmental impact by maximising the use of 'natural' sources of daylight, heating (solar gain), cooling from natural ventilation...

26 April, 2018

Spring is officially here! Longer days, lighter evenings and hopefully warmer weather is on its way. A great time to start thinking about those home improvements or plan that self build you have been dreaming of. Contact us for a free no obligation consultation on...

20 March, 2018

Whilst the majority of homes in the UK were hit by severe snow storms and sub zero temperatures the beauty of Passive House technology came in to its own. External temperatures saw a drastic drop in temperature of up to 10 degrees. Home owners battled...

03 March, 2018

Monitor the performance of your Passiframe build using smart home technology. You can even check in on things whilst out and about using your phone, tablet or smart watch. Monitor your energy consumption and production through an app which can be adapted to display any renewable...

20 January, 2018

This weekend sees hundreds of Passive House buildings across 28 countries open their doors to the general public. A great chance to learn more about the way they have been built and see and feel the benefits for yourself. Click here for a map of open...

10 November, 2017